© PCGS
© PCGS
4 Reales Medal Pattern; Carlos IV; Silvered Brass
1798 year| (Silvered Brass) | - | - |
| Issuer | New Spain (Mexico) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Carlos IV) (1788-1808) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1798 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | Real (1535-1897) |
| Composition | (Silvered Brass) |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#347987 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield flanked by crowned pillars with banner.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .HISPAN.ET IND.REX .Mo. 4 R.F.M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 4 Reales (Medal Pattern; Carlos IV; Silvered Brass) 1798 from New Spain (Mexico) made of Silvered Brass is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Mexico. The coin was issued during the reign of Carlos IV, who was the King of Spain from 1788 to 1808. During this period, Mexico was facing economic challenges due to the decline of the Spanish Empire and the rise of independent movements in the Americas. Despite these challenges, the Mexican mint continued to produce coins, including the Pattern 4 Reales, which was a testament to the country's resilience and determination to maintain its economic stability.
